One-legged man with almost 200 offences to his name found dead

A well-known criminal who had nearly 200 offences to his name has been found dead.

News of Anthony Fox's passing was noted by locals on social media, where opinions were deeply divided. Fox, recognisable by his one leg and reliance on crutches, was a frequent sight in Plymouth's courts.

Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed: "Police were called by the ambulance service at around 9.30pm on Sunday 2 June to a property in Stoke Road, Plymouth, following a report of concern for the welfare of a man The man, aged in his 60s, was confirmed deceased at the scene. His next of kin have been informed."

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Police also confirmed that the death is not currently being treated as suspicious while a file is being prepared for the coroner. By the age of 59, Fox had accumulated more than 170 offences, primarily driven by his heroin addiction, reports Plymouth Live.

His disability stemmed from an accident in his teens when he was run over, resulting in the loss of his leg. Despite his aggressive begging and deception charges, Fox often received fines and community orders, such as in 2002 when he was convicted of deception for conning £250 from a victim.

In 2013, council chiefs issued a stark warning to the public advising against giving money to Fox, who had been slapped with a five-year antisocial behaviour order for aggressive begging. The ASBO prohibited him from entering Plymouth's city centre and other nearby areas.

In an effort to inform the public, hundreds of small flyers were distributed featuring Fox's name and photograph, detailing that he was subjected to the order due to his persistent targeting of disabled and elderly individuals, sometimes escorting them to ATMs to